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Emotional Affairs, Divided Loyalties, and Relational Injury: An Attachment-Based Perspective
Emotional affairs disrupt the core bond between partners, create divided loyalties, and can result in significant attachment injury.
May 54 min read


Understanding and Mitigating Children's Anger and Blame After Divorce
It is common for kids to hold one or both parents responsible for the divorce. Knowing why children behave this way and how to respond can help parents navigate these difficult moments with more confidence and compassion.
May 34 min read


Common Responses to Divorce in Children: Parenting Support to Help Kids Cope
Divorce is a life-changing event for any family, but its impact on children can be especially profound. Learn more about what you can do as a parent to support your child during and after divorce.
May 35 min read


Exploring the Benefits of Sandtray Therapy for Trauma Healing in Adults and Its Distinction from Sand Play Therapy
Sandtray Therapy assists children and adults with EMDR Therapy and trauma recovery. Trauma often disrupts the ability to process experiences verbally. Memories may be fragmented or stored as sensations and emotions rather than clear stories. Sandtray Therapy helps bypass these verbal barriers by engaging the senses and imagination.
Apr 284 min read


Supporting Your Child Through EMDR: Understanding Healing Between Therapy Sessions
When your child begins EMDR therapy for kids, you might expect to see steady progress and clear signs of improvement after each session. Instead, you may notice changes in their behavior that feel confusing or even concerning. Sometimes, children show increased anxiety, mood swings, or other symptoms between sessions. Other times, they seem calm and unaffected. Both reactions are normal parts of the healing process.
Apr 153 min read


Couples Navigating an Avoidant Attachment Style
Love can be complicated when one partner has an avoidant attachment style. This style often creates emotional distance, making connection and intimacy feel challenging. Despite an avoidant pattern, partners can still build a strong connection and overcome barriers to intimacy.
Apr 154 min read


Bringing Lasting Change to Couples: Cycle Over Content in EFCT
EFT couples therapy addresses the root cause of conflict and builds a strong foundation that allows any conflict to be more easily resolved. Instead of zeroing in on the content of disagreements (i.e. who does what chores, how money is spent), EFCT focuses on the cycle of interaction between the partners and meeting their emotional needs. This focus on the emotional cycle rather than the surface content creates long term solutions for couples, especially those in crisis.
Apr 145 min read


Navigating Aggressive Behavior in Children: Understanding the Roots and Finding Hope
Aggressive behavior in children can be both challenging and distressing for parents and caregivers. It often feels overwhelming when a child lashes out, striking fear or confusion. Yet, this behavior usually signals a deeper need for understanding and help. Recognizing the root causes of aggression is critical for finding effective management strategies. In this post, we'll explore practical ways to handle aggressive behavior in children. Our approach emphasizes staying calm,
Oct 17, 20254 min read


The Evolution of Therapy: Choosing the Right Approach in a Modern World
In recent years, the landscape of therapy has seen a remarkable transformation. Traditional talk therapy is no longer the only method to seek help. There is now a wide range of therapeutic options available to cater to different needs and preferences. This change reflects a better understanding of mental health and the complexities of the human experience. As you navigate this modern world of therapy, it's important to know you have choices. You don't have to share every deta
Oct 17, 20254 min read


Understanding the Nuances of Trauma: Beyond Black and White Perspectives
Trauma is a complex and often misunderstood subject in psychology. It is frequently simplified into a rigid view that separates experiences into traumatic or not traumatic. However, recent research shows that trauma exists on a spectrum, which can significantly affect a person's mental and emotional health. Realizing this complexity is vital for individuals facing trauma, as it leads to more tailored and effective treatment options. The Evolving Definition of Trauma Tradition
Oct 17, 20254 min read


Recognizing Red Flags and the Cycle of Abuse: A Guide to Understanding and Seeking Help in Abusive Relationships
By understanding the red flags, the cycle of abuse, and effective methods to seek help, you can take a crucial step toward breaking free of abuse and regaining control over your life.
May 23, 20254 min read


The Critical Role of Full Therapeutic Disclosures in Healing from Betrayal in Committed Relationships
Full therapeutic disclosures are a structured way for couples to discuss all aspects of the affair in a safe environment. Typically facilitated by a trained couples therapist, this process aims to clear up any ambiguities about the affair, the behaviors used to keep the truth hidden, and the full impact of the affair.
Apr 28, 20254 min read


Effective Discipline for Behavioral Challenges
This article explains why it can be so difficult for some children to effectively manage their emotions and behaviors and why traditional discipline technique for children, can often fail to lead to lasting behavioral changes in children with special challenges.
Apr 19, 20256 min read


Understanding Emotional Affairs: The Hidden Betrayal and Its Impact on Relationships
Emotional affairs can be misunderstood. They can also remain hidden in the face of more obvious infidelities, and yet, they can be just as harmful. According to a study by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, 64% of couples identify emotional affairs as equally damaging, if not more so, than physical infidelity. It's also worth noting that while heterosexual men tend to report more distress to sexual infidelity than emotional infidelity, heterosexual wome
Apr 19, 20256 min read


Considering Couples Therapy: Choose a Therapeutic Approach that Works for You
This post sheds light on different types of couples therapy, highlighting how they vary and helping couples make informed choices.
Nov 13, 20245 min read


The Role of 'Violent' Play in Child Development: Surprising Professional Insights
Allowing children to engage in "violent" play, within appropriate boundaries, can be a crucial aspect of their development.
Oct 17, 20245 min read


The Science of Serenity: Exploring the Amazing Benefits of Meditation and Mindfulness for your Wellbeing
Meditation isn't just a trendy thing, science has proven that it has amazing benefits on our mind, body, and overall health and wellbeing.
Oct 17, 20243 min read


The Art of Forgiveness vs. The Power of Repair: Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal
After betrayal, we have the option to forgive or to repair the relationship. It's important to understand each choice.
Oct 14, 20243 min read


Untangling the Web of Trauma: Navigating New Paths to Recovery with Polyvagal Theory and Somatic Approaches
In the intricate journey of understanding trauma, our perception has evolved dramatically over time. From conventional ideas of...
Oct 3, 20243 min read


Exploring the Power of Compassionate Structure in Parenting: Shifting from Discipline to Nurturing Growth
Parenting is a delicate balance between guiding our children towards becoming responsible and respectful individuals while nurturing...
Oct 2, 20242 min read
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